Esquel Management Trainee Program

Our Management Trainee Program provides a path of accelerated leadership development. This structured fast-track opportunity extends across a range of functions, involving rotation through departments along our vertically integrated supply chain and throughout our global operations, including sales and merchandising, manufacturing operations and corporate functions. Apart from departmental rotation, trainees will also be engaged in full-fledged development programs, including but not limited to cross-functional team projects, business etiquette, training workshops on business analytics, computational thinking, project management and leadership camps, among others. The program offers the opportunity to collaborate on exciting projects, not only with talented peers, but with top leaders in the field — most of whom began as Management Trainees themselves. These opportunities serve as a springboard for launching a successful career while building and establishing vital relationships.

Believing that today’s graduates are tomorrow’s business leaders, Esquel invests heavily in helping trainees grow, learn and develop. We seek motivated graduates who want to grow in a company where visions become reality. To seize the opportunity and unlock a successful future, join us now!

GRADUATE STORIES

Learn more about the program by reading the stories of these successful Esquel Management Trainees

The Opportunities

9 months as Personal Assistant to the General Manager or a Director to learn about operation management

1 year as Team Leader to drive department performance management to develop people management skills

6 months as Project Manager to lead challenging cross-functional projects

Mentoring by senior management

360° assessment and feedback mechanism

The Candidates

Undergraduates and postgraduates of any discipline

Good language skills

Strong presentation, leadership and analytical skills

Interested in the industry

Ethical, passionate and committed

Agile, creative learners

Flexible and open-minded

Independent critical thinker

Flexibility in taking up China and/or international postings

Overseas

TheManagement Trainee Program is designed for undergraduates and postgraduates who aspire to advance and excel.

The Opportunities

The MT program lasts approximately 24 months, divided into 4 semesters of 6 months. Each trainee is rotated alternately across production functions within the 4 semesters. The last semester can be spent in a supporting function or on an overseas rotation depending on the trainee’s preferences, the demand of the function and performance of the trainee.

Our recruitment process focuses on personal ability and merits, which means there is no target in recruitment for the program. Each intake varies depending on the quality of competition among applicants and our business needs.

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Am I expected to have prior experience in the apparel manufacturing industry?

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Prior experience in the industry is not required. However, we expect management trainee applicants to be genuinely interested in the apparel manufacturing industry as well as the wide range of other related corporate functions. Although not expected, applicants should also have basic knowledge of the industry prior to application as part of their commitment.

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Does the subject of my degree affect my chance of becoming a management trainee?

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Esquel welcome students from any discipline, as our management trainees are expected to take on a wide range of cross-functional responsibilities. The Management Trainee Program not only seeks applicants who subscribe to our company vision, but those who also have a strong analytical mindset, learning agility and leadership potential.

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I am studying overseas at the moment. Can I apply for the Management Trainee Program?

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We welcome both local and overseas students to apply for our Management Trainee Program.

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If I am not a local resident, can I still apply for the Management Trainee Program?

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Yes. Esquel welcome applicants from any background. If you do not have the right of abode or right to land in the specific location, you must obtain the appropriate visa before arrival to take up employment.

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How do I prepare for the team challenge, assessment center and interviews for the Management Trainee application process?

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There are no official guidelines to prepare for these application steps. These are designed to test your all-round ability reflecting your general aptitude and perceptiveness. With that said, we advise applicants to keep on top of local and global current affairs to enrich themselves on a daily basis, and build on your knowledge and analytical skills.

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Can I choose which department I will rotate to?

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We will devise custom rotation plans that take into account colleagues’ skills, interests, and the current needs/available projects of different departments.